That Hit the Spot Just Right. Photo by Trixie - Text by Siri
The Sri Lankan elephant, which is the same sub-species as the Indian (Asian) elephant is somewhat smaller than the well known African elephant. The most prominent difference, perhaps is the much smaller size of the ears. The average full grown Sri Lankan male elephant can weigh up to 12,000 pounds and reach a height of 11 to 12 feet at shoulder. The females are smaller. It is also considered that the Asian elephant is much easier to tame than the African elephant, a fact that may have contributed to the rapid demise of this species.

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